1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Alto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
